OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0246 Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid "A" High
Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid "A" High: the control module has detected this fault condition. This affects turbo/supercharger boost-pressure control.
Is it safe to drive with P0246?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelySolenoid circuit shorted to supply
- Less likelyECU driver damaged
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Significant power loss / limp mode
- Possible blue or black smoke from exhaust
- Whistling or hissing sound from intake
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.3–2.5 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Wastegate Solenoid, Solenoid Wiring
Related codes
- P0245Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid "A" Low
- P0243Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator A
- P0244Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator A Range/Performance
- P0247Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid B Low
- P0248Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid B High
- P0249Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator B Low
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.